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How to prevent ticks and tick bites on cats - Pet Cat Explores a Canadian Rainforest stock photo

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How to prevent ticks and tick bites on cats

Choosing the right tick treatment for cats can be challenging with so many products available. Safe and effective prevention helps prevent disease in cats and people.

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12 min read

Cat ear mites vs earwax buildup: How to tell the difference - A grey cat outside scratching its ear

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Cat ear mites vs earwax buildup: How to tell the difference

Ear mites are very common in cats. Signs of ear mites mimic other issues, such as bacterial infections in the ears, so diagnosis and treatment from a vet are important.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

8 min read

What to do if your dog has mange - A black dog lying on its back in grass

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What to do if your dog has mange

Mange is a skin disease in dogs that causes hair loss, itchiness, and other skin issues. Treatment for mange can vary, so it’s important to talk to a vet.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

13 min read

Everything you need to know about pituitary gland disorders in cats - Picture of a cat lying down in front of an out-of-focus garden

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Everything you need to know about pituitary gland disorders in cats

A cat can experience a variety of symptoms from a pituitary gland disorder, depending on which pituitary hormone is affected.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

14 min read

What to do if your dog is peeing blood - Picture of a happy looking little dog jumping in a field

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What to do if your dog is peeing blood

Bloody-looking urine in dogs is a common symptom that can be caused by many health issues. It’s important to seek vet care for a proper diagnosis and treatment.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

11 min read

What you need to know about urinary crystals in cats - Picture of a cat peeing outside

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What you need to know about urinary crystals in cats

Urinary crystals are common and normal in cat urine, but sometimes they become problematic, causing bloody urine, frequent urination, or dangerous urinary blockages.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

10 min read

What to do if your cat is peeing blood - An orange cat peeing in grass outside

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What to do if your cat is peeing blood

Bloody urine in cats can be a sign of an emergency, but the symptom can also be caused by minor conditions. Talk to a vet right away for treatment.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

9 min read

Does my cat have endocrine alopecia? Causes of hair loss in cats - A hairless cat standing on a railing outside

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Does my cat have endocrine alopecia? Causes of hair loss in cats

Endocrine alopecia is not a major cause of hair loss in cats. Endocrine disorders have other, more common symptoms.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

8 min read

Diabetes in cats: a guide for pet parents - A plump cat sitting in grass with a shocked expression

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Diabetes in cats: a guide for pet parents

There are two forms of diabetes in cats. Clinical signs can vary but include increased thirst and urination. It’s important to know the signs to get help.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

16 min read

The signs of pituitary tumors and disease in dogs - Plump black dog laying on grass, tongue lolling out

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The signs of pituitary tumors and disease in dogs

Many conditions can occur when your dog’s pituitary gland is not working properly. Pituitary tumors are a common cause of pituitary diseases and symptoms.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

8 min read

Kidney disease in cats: Types, symptoms, and treatments - A sleeping cat outside on a stone ledge

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Kidney disease in cats: Types, symptoms, and treatments

Kidney disease is common in cats and can vary in severity. There are many types of kidney disease that share common symptoms but require different treatments.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

12 min read

Everything you need to know about diabetes in dogs - A dog with a red collar standing on a wooden path outside in a forest.

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Everything you need to know about diabetes in dogs

Diabetes mellitus and insipidus can be dangerous conditions in dogs. Learn to recognize the signs of diabetes in dogs and understand how it is treated.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

17 min read

How to recognize the symptoms of mastitis in dogs - A picture of a pregnant dog standing in a field

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How to recognize the symptoms of mastitis in dogs

Mastitis is common in nursing mother dogs and ranges in severity from uncomfortable to deadly. It’s important to recognize the signs and get treatment for mastitis.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

10 min read

A pet owner’s guide to urinary tract infections in dogs - A fuzzy dog wit raised leg, likely urinating on a post outside

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A pet owner’s guide to urinary tract infections in dogs

Urinary tract infections are common in dogs and can vary in severity. UTIs require veterinary care for an accurate diagnosis and successful treatment.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

15 min read

What are the symptoms of hypothyroidism in dogs? - An overweight dog lying down outside, looking tired

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What are the symptoms of hypothyroidism in dogs?

Clinical signs of hypothyroidism in dogs can be subtle. It’s important to pay close attention to physical or behavioral changes and talk to a vet when they occur.

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The Vetster Editorial Team

8 min read

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